Medical articles from Ms Anna Moon

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09/06/2022

Orthopaedic Surgeon

What are fingertip and thumb arthritis?

In the hand, the fingertips and the base of the thumb are among the common sites for osteoarthritis, leading to terminal finger joint arthritis and arthritis at the base of the thumb, respectively. Ms Anna Moon, highly experienced consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon, provides a comprehensive overview of these two conditions, including symptoms and treatment.

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15/07/2020

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Trigger finger: causes, symptoms and treatment

Trigger finger can lead to the fingers locking into a bent position, which can feel very tender and painful. We spoke to one of our top hand surgeons Ms Anna Moon all about the condition, from the symptoms and causes to treatment options.

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25/04/2019

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Collagenase injections to treat Dupuytren's disease

Dupuytren's disease is a common condition where, over time, the fingers are permanently bent and can no longer be straightened. We asked one of our top orthopaedic surgeons Ms Anna Moon to explain how they can be treated minimally invasively with collagenase injections.

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12/04/2019

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Cubital tunnel syndrome: Symptoms and treatment

Cubital tunnel syndrome is a compressed nerve in the elbow that causes numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers. We've asked leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Ms Anna Moon, to explain what treatment options are available and whether surgery is required.

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29/01/2019

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dupuytren’s contracture: your treatment options explained

There are many treatment options for Dupuytren’s contracture – but how do they compare to each another? Expert orthopaedic hand surgeon Ms Anna Moon reviews each of the options available to give you the information you need to make an informed choice.

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06/06/2018

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Carpal tunnel surgery: what to expect

Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most efficient hand procedures on offer, and provides immediate pain relief. We interviewed leading orthopaedic hand surgen Ms Anna Moon to find out what it's like to have the operation, and what patients can expect from post-operative recovery.

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24/05/2018

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Hand pain at night? Carpal tunnel syndrome explained

Hand pain at night and difficulty with gripping things could be an indication of carpal tunnel syndrome, a nerve condition which affects 7-16% of people in the UK. Ms Anna Moon, leading othopaedic surgeon, explains how carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed and how it can be treated.

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01/03/2017

Ms Anna Moon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Scapholunate ligament injuries and how to treat them

When a person falls over they can damage the scapholunate ligament which restricts the use of the wrist. Find out more about how these injuries can be treated.